Man has been fighting fire ever since it was discovered, around 350,000 years ago. The first recorded water hand pump was invented in 200 BC in Alexandria, and technological improvements have been continually made throughout history. The first chemical fire extinguisher was invented in 1912 so is a relative newcomer.
When you are looking for temporary staging or an outdoor event location, a marquee is the ideal choice. Highly customisable, robust and attractive, marquees can be adapted to suit all occasions and purposes. Their flexibility also means that you can give them a real ‘wow’ factor by choosing different features and configurations. You can also…
After going to the expense of buying a home, it’s advisable to keep it well maintained so that any unnecessary costs are not incurred on constant year-round repairs. A new home purchase requires ongoing tender loving care and the good news is that most DIY or simple tasks and repairs can be carried out by…
When you retire, there are many ways you can enhance your lifestyle. One of the most important is to consider your living arrangements. Although a larger home is great when younger or when you have family living with you, as you get older there are many benefits to downsizing. One thing you always forget is…
You might think there is no further progress that can be made when it comes to the windows in your home. However, the window of the future could be made from transparent components that conduct electricity! It is a new breakthrough in which metal can be added to the glass, but it still remains transparent!…
Did you know that loneliness among older people has been regarded as more dangerous than obesity? Researchers have found that loneliness can be twice as unhealthy as obesity and has a devastating impact on the lives of those who are older. During the six-year study, people aged 50 and over are almost two times more…
No matter what kind of house you live in, large or small, the heart of every home is undoubtedly the kitchen. From small, cosy rustic kitchens to contemporary, open plan kitchen concepts, there are many ways to design this special space to create aesthetically pleasing, comfortable rooms and that are also very functional. Many people…
Every day we squeeze some toothpaste onto a toothbrush and brush our teeth but have you ever wondered when we first started brushing our teeth? At what point in human history did we realize the importance of keeping our teeth healthy? Let’s look at the origins of toothpaste. Egypt is said to have begun using…
A good funeral director will help you at a sensitive time to organise a funeral, burial or cremation for a loved one who has passed, putting your mind at ease while you deal with family matters. Most funeral directors can also organise a natural burial, a life celebration and any other personal or creative ideas…
If you have a water leak in your home, it can cause far more damage than you can imagine. Unsightly mess and damage can negatively impact resale values for starters. We always imagine something disastrous is the result of major flooding or burst pipes, but what if the damage is occurring slowly from something as…